James Jones, Jr.
"Truly, I thank God for Central Union Mission. Before coming here, I was addicted to drugs. I was miserable and hopeless. I was on my way to jail or death, but God led me here instead.
Since being here for the last 16 months, .
Gifts-in-Kind
There are many non-monetary ways to support our work. Your donation of in-kind gifts and services is an essential part of our ability to provide for those we serve.
If you are a provider of professional services who would like to donate time to the Mission, please contactDeborah Chambers,Director of Development at dchambers@missiondc.org, or 202-745-7118. Working with us can be an excellent way to build skills and experience. We are currently in need of professionals in the following fields: medical, legal, carpentry, grant-writing, HVAC and plumbing, auto maintenance and repair, photography, literacy tutoring, elevator maintenance, and electrician.
If your business, church, school, or organization would like to donate food, toiletries, clothing, furniture, computer equipment and accessories, or other items on a regular basis, please e-mail food@missiondc.org or call 202-745-7118.
You may deliver clothing and food items directly to the Mission 24 hours a day. For more information, please e-mail items@missiondc.org or call 202-745-7118.
We need your help to provide care packages year round for overnight guests and program participants. For more information about the program and a list of items contact Tracy Duncan at 202-745-7118 ext.260 or email tduncan@missiondc.org.
If you have furniture and household items to donate, please e-mail items@missiondc.org or call 202-745-7118 to schedule an drop off appointment.
The Mission has an urgent need for laptop and desktop computers for our learning centers and for program graduates. If you have gently-used technology equipment in good working order, please e-mail items@missiondc.org or call 202-745-7118 to schedule an appointment for delivery.
Through this program, your donated vehicle will be used to provide transportation, resources and the opportunity some hungry, homeless or hurting person needs to make a difference in their life. We are only able to accept vehicles in working order and especially need vans, refrigerated trucks and buses. To donate, you must have clear title to the vehicle. You can bring the car to us or we will pick up (within 50 mile radius).
To schedule a drop-off or pick-up of your vehicle, call 22-745-7118 ext. 235 or email vehicle@missiondc.org. For more information about vehicle donations.
Christmas Gifts
For almost 100 years, eachChristmas we distribute gifts of clothing, educational items and toys to needy children.
- Put together a complete Christmas Bag (e.g. a new clothing outfit and a new toy or book).
- Contribute a new toy or new clothing to be added to a bag.
- Give financially - sponsor a child.
Contact information
Backpacks & School Supplies
Each August we distribute backpacks filled with school supplies to needy families with school-age children. For more information about the program and a list of supplies contact Tracy Duncan at 202-745-7118 ext.260 or email at tduncan@missiondc.org.